Abita Brewing Co. recently unveiled a 340-panel 84 kilowatt photovoltaic rooftop solar system that it will use to power its brew house.

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Heather Nolan
The Times-Picayune

Abita Brewing Co. is approaching its goal of becoming one of the most energy-efficient breweries in the country as it now is using a 340-panel rooftop solar system to power its brew house. New Orleans-based South Coast Solar installed the 84-kilowatt photovoltaic system, which the brewery recently unveiled.

It is one of the largest commercial solar systems in the state, according to South Coast Solar.

"It really fits in to what we do as a brewery - trying to be a good neighbor and a good environmental steward," Abita Beer President David Blossman said. "We think that we have some of the most ...